US making progress on cyber defense, but up against some ‘significant hurdles’: Commission report

US making progress on cyber defense, but up against some ‘significant hurdles’: Commission report
US making progress on cyber defense, but up against some ‘significant hurdles’: Commission report

In discussing the new Cyberspace Solarium Commission 2.0 report, Sen. Angus King speculated some cyber deterrence against Russia is already paying off, with Putin “afraid” of the NSA.

Lawmakers urge SEC to propose mandatory cybersecurity reporting rules

Lawmakers urge SEC to propose mandatory cybersecurity reporting rules
Lawmakers urge SEC to propose mandatory cybersecurity reporting rules

“America’s economic prosperity is linked to strong cybersecurity defenses in the private sector,” the letter says.

Colonial Pipeline Cyberattack Follows Years of Warnings

Colonial Pipeline Cyberattack Follows Years of Warnings
Colonial Pipeline Cyberattack Follows Years of Warnings

“We are disappointed, though unsurprised, to learn of the cyberattack,” Sen. King and Rep. Gallagher said. “We can and must be better… in navigating the threats of the Age of Cyber Aggression.”

‘Made In USA’ Won’t Secure Supply Chain Vs. China: Solarium

‘Made In USA’ Won’t Secure Supply Chain Vs. China: Solarium
‘Made In USA’ Won’t Secure Supply Chain Vs. China: Solarium

Rather than try to mine strategic minerals, build key technologies, and develop high-tech talent entirely on its own, the US should work together with trusted allies like Australia, the Cyberspace Solarium Commission and other experts argue.

Pandemic Drives Congress To Act On Internet Of Things

Pandemic Drives Congress To Act On Internet Of Things
Pandemic Drives Congress To Act On Internet Of Things

“This is a hard law to write; it can very quickly get into something that the FTC can’t regulate,” says Mark Montgomery, executive director of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission.

Lawmakers Want Economic Recovery Plan For Cyber ‘Day After’

Lawmakers Want Economic Recovery Plan For Cyber ‘Day After’
Lawmakers Want Economic Recovery Plan For Cyber ‘Day After’

“One thing the pandemic has taught us is the unthinkable can happen,” said Sen. Angus King, co-chair of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission.

SASC Pushes Cyber Overhaul In New NDAA

SASC Pushes Cyber Overhaul In New NDAA
SASC Pushes Cyber Overhaul In New NDAA

“This pandemic only strengthens the argument for preparing for what we call a cyber pandemic, which we might well face,” Sen. King says. “This is the longest wind up for a punch in the history of the world. We better be ready.”

HASC’s Langevin Pushes White House Cyber Coordinator, ‘E-Congress’

HASC’s Langevin Pushes White House Cyber Coordinator, ‘E-Congress’
HASC’s Langevin Pushes White House Cyber Coordinator, ‘E-Congress’

By pushing work online – and partially paralyzing Congress – COVID-19 has highlighted shortfalls the co-founder of the Cyber Caucus has warned about for 19 years.

Cyber Attack? Then We Fight Back: Sen. King

Cyber Attack? Then We Fight Back: Sen. King
Cyber Attack? Then We Fight Back: Sen. King

Amidst the usual calls for government reform and corporate responsibility, the Cyberspace Solarium Commission makes a surprisingly hard-headed case for old-school deterrence.

A ‘Solarium’ For Hacking: Sen. King  Launches Cyber Strategy Panel

A ‘Solarium’ For Hacking: Sen. King  Launches Cyber Strategy Panel
A ‘Solarium’ For Hacking: Sen. King Launches Cyber Strategy Panel

With members from Congress, the executive branch, and the private sector, the commission plans to issue a final report by year’s end.